An all-season commercial push spreader for crews that spread seed in summer and salt in winter. It comes fully equipped.
Amazon $289.99
A made-in-USA professional turf spreader with a stainless frame, for owners and pros who want it to last for years. Its price is hard to justify for a small lawn.
- 100 lbHopper
- 14 in pneumaticTires
- 5 yearsWarranty
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Stainless steel frame and linkage will not rust from fertilizer
- Big 14 in tires handle acreage and rough ground
- Rain cover and grate included, plus a five-year warranty
- Costs about $4.55 per pound of hopper, among the highest here
- Not for salt, sand or lime, so it is a lawn-only spreader
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | 8400C |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Type | Push (walk-behind) |
| Hopper capacity | 100 lb |
| Build | |
| Tires | 14 in pneumatic |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes |
| Stainless parts | Yes |
| Features | |
| Edge control | No |
| Cover included | Yes |
| Grate included | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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